Livestock Contribution to National Economy Quiz

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How do livestock contribute to nutritional security?

Livestock convert low-value materials into milk, meat, and eggs, which are high quality sources of protein and essential micronutrients.

What is the potential of livestock in transforming lives?

Livestock can enhance food and nutrition security, provide income for education, and enable healthy, well-educated adults to be developed.

What percentage of energy do livestock supply to the world's diet?

Livestock supply 13% of energy to the world's diet.

Name some of the contributions of livestock to the national economy.

Food, fiber and skin, draft, manure, weed control, employment opportunity, industrial value, religious value. Signup and view all the answers

Why do poor people tend to sell animal-source foods rather than consume them?

Poor people tend to sell animal-source foods they produce because they are expensive sources of protein. Signup and view all the answers

How do livestock impact food supply?

Livestock decrease food supply by competing with people for food, especially grains fed to pigs and poultry. Signup and view all the answers

How do livestock contribute to household livelihoods?

Livestock make a substantial contribution to household livelihoods. Signup and view all the answers

What are some factors contributing to the predicted increase in demand for livestock products?

Human population growth, increasing urbanization, and rising incomes. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population in Nepal relies on the agriculture sector for employment and income generation?

More than 60%. Signup and view all the answers

How do livestock contribute to agriculture income for rural households?

Livestock contribute significantly to agriculture income through home production and cash income. Signup and view all the answers

What are some ways in which livestock improve the socio-economic conditions of rural people?

Livestock provide high-quality protein, cash income, and can be used as draft animals. Signup and view all the answers

How can hides, wool, fibers, and pashmina be utilized by rural communities?

As raw material for many clothing items. Signup and view all the answers

What are some employment opportunities related to livestock?

Animal care, herding, processing, and marketing Signup and view all the answers

How can livestock be used as collateral for loans or savings?

Livestock can be sold or traded to generate capital or meet financial needs. Signup and view all the answers

How can integrating livestock help in diversification and risk management for farmers?

It provides an additional income stream and helps mitigate the impact of crop failures or market fluctuations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the cultural and social significance of livestock ownership?

It is tied to traditions, customs, and social status. Signup and view all the answers

What are some environmental effects of livestock farming?

Land degradation, deforestation, habitat loss Signup and view all the answers

How can livestock farming contribute to soil degradation?

Land use for grazing and growing feed crops can lead to soil degradation. Signup and view all the answers

What are some sustainable land management practices that can help minimize soil degradation and restore ecosystems?

Rotational grazing and agroforestry Signup and view all the answers

How can embracing technological advancements in livestock farming enhance efficiency and reduce environmental burdens?

Precision farming, genetic selection, and improved waste management systems Signup and view all the answers

What role can governments play in promoting sustainable livestock farming?

Implementing and enforcing policies and regulations Signup and view all the answers

Which greenhouse gases are associated with livestock production?

Carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (NO2) Signup and view all the answers

How do ruminant animals like cattle, sheep, and goats produce methane?

Through belching and flatulence as a byproduct of enteric fermentation Signup and view all the answers

Among livestock species, which are the largest methane emitters?

Cattle Signup and view all the answers

What greenhouse gases are produced when manure decomposes under anaerobic conditions?

Methane and nitrous oxide Signup and view all the answers

How can improved feed efficiency help reduce GHGs from livestock?

Optimizing nutritional composition, using balanced rations, and feed additives that reduce methane emissions Signup and view all the answers

Name one practice that can help reduce methane and nitrous oxide emissions from manure storage and handling.

Anaerobic digestion, composting, solid-liquid separation Signup and view all the answers

What grazing management techniques can help hide carbon in soils and improve pasture health?

Rotational grazing, managed intensive grazing Signup and view all the answers

How do trees contribute to reducing greenhouse gases in agroforestry and silvopasture systems?

Act as carbon sinks Signup and view all the answers

How can optimizing the use of nitrogen-based fertilizers in feed crop production reduce nitrous oxide emissions?

Nutrient management Signup and view all the answers